Managing Facial Palsy After Stroke: Results From an Online Survey of Health Professionals.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Post-stroke facial palsy significantly impacts patients' communication, eating and overall quality of life. Despite its prevalence, standardised management guidelines are lacking and evidence for assessment and treatment approaches remains limited.

Aim

To describe UK clinical practice for assessing and treating post-stroke facial palsy and which healthcare professionals play a role.

Methods

A cross-sectional online survey was conducted using Qualtrics to collect data on participants' professional lives, assessment and treatment practices. UK healthcare professionals in stroke or facial palsy care were recruited through social media, conferences and professional networks.

Results

Ninety-six out of 150 professionals completed the survey, mainly speech

SUBMITTER: Eroglu HS 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12439456 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Sep-Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature